1998 Acura NSX vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Acura NSX weights approximately 270 kg more than 1988 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 1988 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Acura | Lada |
| Model | NSX | Niva |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2070 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
